Burnout symptoms & stress management
Are you exhausted, overwhelmed, and feeling empty?
You are not alone! In today's working world, burnout symptoms are widespread. But there is hope. In this interactive workbook, you will learn step by step how to recognize, cope with, and find more clarity and inner stability again.
Learn how to deal with the physical symptoms of burnout syndrome and sustainably reduce psychological and physical stress.
Science shows: burnout is not just a mental phenomenon, but affects the entire organism. When the stress system remains permanently active, the body, emotions, and thoughts become unbalanced. Exhaustion, sleep disturbances, and emotional overwhelm are often the result.
This workbook helps you to recognize burnout symptoms early, understand stress patterns, and restore your inner balance. With psychologically grounded explanations, practical exercises, and creative reflection pages, you will learn,
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to consciously direct your energy,
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to set healthy boundaries,
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and to regenerate step by step – in thinking, in the body, and in everyday life.
This book is different
This workbook combines psychological research, coaching methods, and modern insights from neuroscience and emotional science. It addresses both hemispheres of the brain, the analytical through reflection and writing, and the creative through painting, designing, and visualizing. This combination is unique: studies show that creative work improves stress regulation, strengthens self-awareness, and promotes positive emotions (Kaimal et al., 2016). When thinking and feeling connect, awareness arises where real change begins.
You don't need any special materials to get started; a pen, a little time, and openness are enough. If you want, you can deepen your creative journey with colors, papers, dried flowers, or collage elements. But the most important thing is your presence. It's not about painting 'well', but about engaging in a process that relaxes you, inspires you, and connects you with yourself.
Designed in soft pastel colors, this workbook invites you to pause, a loving gift for Christmas, a birthday, or simply to give someone (or yourself) mindfulness and calm.
Stress and burnout are not weaknesses. They are a clear signal from your body that change is possible – and necessary.
This workbook shows you ways to find your inner strength back from exhaustion, perfectionism, and chronic stress.
About the author
Mara Schär is a journalist, author, corporate trainer, and coach.
She studied communication sciences and psychology and has been accompanying people and companies for many years to live more consciously, work healthier, and unfold their potential with ease.
As the founder of Joy Corporate in Basel, she leads seminars and programs on stress management, mindfulness, and personal development.
When she's not writing or coaching, you can find her with a cup of tea by the sea, sailing, painting, cooking, or reading – or laughing with people who are dear to her.
What is burnout?
Burnout is a state of total exhaustion triggered by constant stress and high demands in the workplace or in private life. The most common burnout symptoms include physical complaints such as headaches, gastrointestinal issues, sleep disturbances, as well as psychological effects like anxiety, irritability, and the feeling of being overwhelmed.
Symptoms of burnout: A sign
Burnout is more than just exhaustion after a long workday. It includes physical symptoms such as a tight feeling in the chest or digestive problems, which clearly indicate that mental and physical resources are depleted.
Burnout is often a result of years of overload that not only impairs performance but also seriously affects work and private life.
Recognize the warning signs
The symptoms of burnout can develop gradually. The first signs include:
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Concentration disorders or confusion
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Feeling of inner emptiness or alienation
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Psychosomatic complaints (such as frequent headaches or gastrointestinal issues)
Practical treatment approaches and strategies
In this workbook, you will not only gain a clear understanding of the causes and symptoms but also practical treatment approaches for stress management. You will learn how to set healthy boundaries, mobilize your resources, and distance yourself from toxic influences that further exacerbate burnout.
What you will find in the workbook
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Reflection exercises to identify your burnout symptoms and complaints
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Strategies to overcome overwhelm and anxiety
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Relaxation exercises for quick recovery
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Sample pages for an effective mood diary to identify stress triggers
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Practical tips for sustainable recovery and long-term prevention
Who is this workbook suitable for?
This workbook is ideal for anyone who:
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For burnout patients or affected individuals who want to recognize their burdens and work on their recovery.
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Perfectionists and performance-oriented individuals who often let themselves be overwhelmed by work demands or others.
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People who want to learn how to better cope with stress, overwhelm, and anxiety without losing control over their health and quality of life.
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Paper book - premium quality
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does the workbook replace therapy?
No. It is a valuable addition to other therapeutic measures, but not a substitute for medical treatment.
Does it also help with extreme burnout symptoms?
Yes! Even under extreme stress, the workbook shows you how to gradually deal with stress triggers and strengthen your resources.
Does this only apply to professional stress?
No, it also concerns private burnout causes. Burnout can arise from private burdens just as much as from pressure in the working world.
Your journey begins now!
With this practical workbook, you will be able to recognize your feeling of exhaustion, understand burnout symptoms, and develop new strategies for recovery and stress management.
Order now and take the first step towards recovery!
Burnout Workbook Joy Corporate
Burnout, also referred to as burnout syndrome, describes a state of deep exhaustion that can affect anyone. The term burnout stands for a complex complaint profile of emotional, mental, and physical overload, which often arises in the workplace but can also occur in other areas of life. Those affected by burnout often experience physical symptoms such as sleep disturbances, concentration problems, or lack of drive, accompanied by cynicism, disillusionment, and declining performance.
Warning signals are usually gradual: high expectations of oneself, lack of recognition, inner distancing, and the feeling that the job or activities are losing meaning. The development of burnout can ultimately lead to exhaustion depression – a serious illness that requires medical processing and support from a doctor.
In the Burnout Workbook by Joy Corporate, you will find space for reflection, practical exercises for relaxation, and ways to realistically reassess your attitude and performance. It helps you recognize your personal risk factors, sharpen your assessment, and find balance between family, work, and yourself again. Learn to interpret the signs early, protect yourself from overload, and find your own way out of the state of exhaustion – towards new energy, clarity, and joy of life.
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